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3 min from Terrell Hills

Adult BJJ for Terrell Hills Residents

You don't need experience. You don't need to be in shape. You just need to walk through the door. Our adult classes follow the proven Gracie Barra curriculum, taught personally by Professors Zaza and Edgar — two black belts with over 30 years of combined mat time under Master Tussa Alencar. Morning or evening, first day or hundredth — every class meets you where you are.

Terrell Hills professionals who want structured Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — not a generic fitness class — train at Gracie Barra Alamo Heights, three minutes south on Austin Highway. Adult BJJ classes run Monday through Friday starting at 4:45 PM, with Saturday morning sessions at 9 AM. Professor Edgar and Professor Zaza teach the Gracie Barra fundamentals and advanced curriculum, ensuring every session builds on the last. Whether you are a complete beginner or returning to the mats after years away, the program meets you where you are. Call (210) 864-7909 to schedule your free trial class.

Why Train Adult BJJ?

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Full-body conditioning that builds functional strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance without repetitive gym routines

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Practical self-defense skills grounded in real techniques proven over decades of competition and street application

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Structured progression through the Gracie Barra curriculum with clear belt-and-stripe benchmarks so you always know where you stand

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Training partners at every experience level — from professionals trying BJJ for the first time to seasoned competitors

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Stress relief and mental clarity through focused, disciplined training that demands your full attention

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A tight-knit Alamo Heights community where consistent effort earns respect, not prior athletic ability

Adult BJJ Schedule

Monday 1 class
6:30 PM
GB1 Adult & Teen All Levels
Adult BJJ
Tuesday 1 class
6:30 PM
GB1 Adult & Teen All Levels
Adult BJJ
Wednesday 1 class
6:30 PM
GB1 Adult & Teen All Levels
Adult BJJ
Thursday 1 class
6:30 PM
GB1 Adult & Teen All Levels
Adult BJJ
Friday 1 class
6:30 PM
GB1 Adult & Teen All Levels
Adult BJJ
Saturday 1 class
10:00 AM
GB1 Adult & Teen All Levels
Adult BJJ
Sunday Closed

Getting Here from Terrell Hills

Head south on Harry Wurzbach Road to Austin Highway, turn right — 3 minutes from North New Braunfels Avenue to our door at 1464 Austin Hwy, Suite 100.

Gracie Barra Alamo Heights
1464 Austin Hwy, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 864-7909

Frequently Asked Questions

I have no martial arts experience — can I start adult BJJ?
Yes. The majority of adults who start at Gracie Barra Alamo Heights have zero experience. The GB1 Fundamentals class is designed specifically for that. Professor Zaza breaks down every technique into clear steps, and you train with partners who know how to work with beginners. Nobody expects you to know anything on day one — that is what the curriculum is for.
How often should I train as a beginner?
Two to three sessions per week is a strong starting point. Gracie Barra Alamo Heights offers adult classes throughout the week — mornings, midday, and evenings — so you have options. Consistency matters more than volume. Training twice a week and showing up every week will produce better results than training five days one week and disappearing the next. Professor Zaza can help you plan a schedule that fits your life.
Is there a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school near Terrell Hills?
Gracie Barra Alamo Heights is the closest BJJ academy to Terrell Hills -- just a 3-minute drive down Austin Highway. We are at 1464 Austin Hwy, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX 78209, right on the border of Alamo Heights and Terrell Hills. There are no other BJJ schools inside Terrell Hills city limits. Call (210) 864-7909 to book your free first class.
What programs does Gracie Barra Alamo Heights offer for Terrell Hills families?
We offer Adult BJJ, Kids BJJ for ages 3 through 12, No-Gi, and Self Defense. Kids classes start at 4:45 PM on weekdays, which works well for Terrell Hills families picking up from nearby schools like Alamo Heights ISD campuses or Fort Sam Houston's on-post schools. Saturday morning classes run 9 to 11 AM. The academy was founded by Professor Edgar and Professor Zaza, both black belts under Roberto Tussa Alencar.

Ready To Get Started?

Your first class is free. No experience needed.